Eloy Jimenez Drops 25-30 Pounds
2 years agoChicago White Sox outfielder Eloy Jimenez reportedly dropped 25-30 pounds over the offseason. Jimenez added that he feels much lighter, which could help him get more reps in the outfield. Although it seems that Jimenez will remain in his DH spot, he could be a better defender with the lost weight. The 26-year-old spent 50 games at DH this past season while manning left field for the remaining 30. The downside is the fact that Jimenez is never healthy. He hasn't made over 400 plate appearances since his 2019 rookie season, and he's not exactly the most reliable player. In 2022, he slashed .295/.358/.858 with 16 home runs and a 140 OPS+. His offensive attributes have never been questioned, but his inability to stay on the field is the biggest concern.
Source: Vinnie Duber
Source: Vinnie Duber